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The Ground mullet (Neoodax balteatus) is a brackish-water fish of the family Odacidae that grows up to 14 cm.
Temperate southern Australia; estuaries, seagrass and shallow rocky reefs.
Description
The little weed whiting is a fish of the weed whiting family (Odacidae, related to the wrasses) from the temperate waters of southern Australia. The species has a slender, elongate body with a small mouth and is often green or brown for camouflage among the weed. It occurs mainly in estuaries and sheltered inshore waters at depths usually less than 15 m, in seagrass and weed beds and around shallow rocky reefs. It forages among the vegetation on small invertebrates. The species is harmless to humans.
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Ground mullet?
The Ground mullet has an elongate, eel-like body, is mainly green and shows a plain pattern. Slender, weed-green camouflaged body; inhabits seagrass and seaweed beds of southern Australia.
Where does the Ground mullet live?
The Ground mullet lives in brackish water and is mostly found around sand or mud bottom. Temperate southern Australia; estuaries, seagrass and shallow rocky reefs.
How big does the Ground mullet get?
The Ground mullet grows to a maximum of about 14 cm.
Is the Ground mullet dangerous to humans?
No, the Ground mullet is harmless to humans. None required: this species is harmless to humans.
Is the Ground mullet edible?
The Ground mullet is not usually eaten.
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